India, Dec. 31 -- Living with a motorcycle often reveals far more than a short test ride ever can, and that became clear during my week with the Aprilia Tuono 457. On paper, it promises sporty performance packaged in a practical naked format, but it is daily use where such claims are truly tested. From early morning commutes and stop-and-go traffic to quick highway stints and relaxed evening rides, the Tuono 457 had to adapt to real life rather than a controlled test environment. Over seven days, several traits stood out as genuine strengths, while a few aspects highlighted areas that could have been better. Here is what stood out after spending a full week living with Aprilia's newest naked motorcycle.

Aprilia has developed an all-new 4...